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Avatar for JP Sitework
JP Sitework
4.6(
16
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called for a quote on a property we were considering purchasing. We not only got a reasonable general quote, but also incredibly helpful information about the area and the project we were considering. We will be contacting them again if we find the right property."
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+7

Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Boulder Creek Outdoor Living
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He came on time and it seemed as if the work I needed was important to get to quickly. He also did the work the way it was best required. I had talked to others previously who wanted to exaggerate the project's time and needed work. He didn't. He knew just what had to be done and did it proficiently. They did a good job,"
Breezy Project
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Natural Elements Project
Breezy Project

+17

Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Up North Clearing LLC
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"An excellent job was done. I would easily hire them again."
Response time2 days
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Skyline Contractors
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Located in Duluth Minnesota, Skyline Contractors offers services from general dirt work, driveways, land clearing, digging ponds, shoreline restoration, retaining walls, building pads, utilities, etc. we also do snow removal and plowing, as well as sanding for both commercial and residential. Although our main office is located in Duluth, we offer our services throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.

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SFC Terrain Works
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired SFCterrainworks to remove several large trees and to remove a large brush pile. Excellent work all around! Very considerate through every step and very competitive pricing. I have used other contractors in the past for comparison. I highly recommend SFCTerrainworks."
Sand piles
Spread and compacted
Powerrake attachment
After Compaction.
Gravel driveway TLC.

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
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B&M Tree & Stump Removal
4.7(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great, professional company to work with. Had a few equipment problems along the way, but they handled it well and it didn t stop them from completing the task within budget and on time. Very pleased."
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Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Heyer Grounds LLC
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mountain Iron, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had Jordan and his crew replace our roof this summer. Communication was very good throughout the job, very impressed with the work the crew and him did. We also had our front door replaced this winter. Again, top notch work as I’ve come to expect. I would highly recommend Jordan and his crew at Heyer Grounds."
Outdoor Kitchen
Retaining Wall
Dry River Bed
Wood Fire Pizza Oven
Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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